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Udaya Sutta - Breaking the Cycle
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Udaya Sutta - Breaking the Cycle
The Victure of Aousiving 6 1. Udaya Sutta¹ Breaking the Cycle The origin is Śāvatthi. The Blessed One putting on robes in the morning and taking bowl and robes approached the Brahmin Udaya’s house.
This text recounts the story of the Blessed One visiting Brahmin Udaya's house three times in a single day for alms, receiving rice each time. Udaya's annoyance at the repeated visits brings forth a d
Sappurisadana Sutta: Gifts of a Person of Integrity
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Sappurisadana Sutta: Gifts of a Person of Integrity
3. Sappurisadana Sutta8 : A Person of Integrity's Gifts "These five are a person of integrity's gifts. Which five? A person of integrity gives a gift with a sense of conviction. A person of integrity
The Sappurisadana Sutta describes five essential gifts that characterize a person of integrity. These gifts include giving with conviction, attentiveness, in an appropriate time, with empathy, and wit
The Virtue of Abounding: Chalaṅgādāna Sutta
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The Virtue of Abounding: Chalaṅgādāna Sutta
24 The Virtue of Abounding 5. Chalaṅgādāna Sutta Bhikkhus, it is not easy to account for the merits of a gift endowed with these six factors as, it is a yield of merit, a yield of good, a bringer
The Chalaṅgādāna Sutta underscores the significance of gifts endowed with six essential factors, highlighting their immeasurable merits. The passage illustrates how such gifts yield goodness and contr
Youth and Merit in Leadership
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Youth and Merit in Leadership
นิทานสาร Dhamma TIME ประจำเดือน ตุลาคม คำสอนคุณยายภาษาอังกฤษ : อายุน้อยไม่เป็นไร ขอให้บุญเยอะ Youth Is Not A Factor If You Have Merit บทความภาษาอังกฤษสั้น ๆ จากคำสอนยาย (จากหนังสือ : "คำสอนยาย")
บทความนี้กล่าวถึงความสำคัญของบุญเหนืออายุในการเป็นผู้นำ คุณยายได้ให้คำแนะนำแก่สาวชาวนาที่ต้องรับผิดชอบดูแลคนที่มีอายุมากกว่า โดยเน้นว่าบุญจะเป็นตัวกำหนดความสำเร็จในการเป็นผู้นำแทนที่จะเป็นอายุ ทุกคนสา
Light of Purity
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Light of Purity
Light of Purity Don’t get excited when you see the bright light, or wonder where the light is coming from, or whether you have left the lights on. Be unaffected by it. Feel happy that there is bright
The text discusses the natural emergence of inner light when the mind is tranquil and purified. It encourages readers to remain unaffected by the brightness, much like appreciating the sunrise without
How to Meditate: A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Meditate: A Step-by-Step Guide
144 HOW TO MEDITATE Step-by-step instruction: 1. The sitting posture, which has been found to be the most conducive for meditation, is the half-lotus position. Sit upright with your back straight, cr
Meditation is an essential practice for achieving inner peace and relaxation. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to meditating effectively. Begin by adopting the half-lotus position, where yo
How to Meditate: A Guide to Proper Posture
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How to Meditate: A Guide to Proper Posture
146 HOW TO MEDITATE (Left diagram: Sitting posture with hands on the lap. The numbered points are labeled as 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, with some annotations: "two finger breadths above the navel".) (Rig
This section provides guidance on the proper seating posture for meditation. It includes diagrams illustrating the correct hand positioning on the lap and how to align the body when seated. Notably, t
Illustrations Overview
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Illustrations Overview
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS 1. The Unknown Factor . . . . . . . . . . 18 2. The Mind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 3. The Eightfold Noble Path . . . . . . 45 4. The Mind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
This section features a detailed list of illustrations found in the book, highlighting key themes such as the Unknown Factor, the Mind, the Eightfold Noble Path, and the Path to Enlightenment. Each il
Understanding the Five Types of Mara
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Understanding the Five Types of Mara
Suzanne Jeffrey "The second type is called Kanta Mara and that is about the human body. Our present biology says that man is body, but in higher biology, man is composed of the human body and the min
In this excerpt, Suzanne Jeffrey elaborates on the concept of Mara, describing five distinct types: Kanta Mara (the body and mind functions), Gamma (action from karma), Deity (false gods), Matuman (fe
Understanding the Elements of Body and Mind
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Understanding the Elements of Body and Mind
Suzanne Jeffrey perfectly mixed together in the body: earth, water, wind and fire. The earth element is the solid component of flesh, skin, and bone. The water element is the liquid – blood and plasm
This text discusses the four essential elements of the body—earth, water, wind, and fire—and introduces the concept of the mind as a refined, invisible entity that exists only in a living body. It exp
The Impact of Actions on Our Future Lives
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The Impact of Actions on Our Future Lives
Suzanne Jeffrey “If we do something good, then we have this good energy floating around out there, and we should make a wish to create something good. If we do something bad, then something bad will
Suzanne Jeffrey discusses the importance of our actions and feelings in shaping our future lives. She emphasizes that positive actions create good energy and can lead to rebirth in supportive environm
The Process of Learning: Insights from Buddhist Teachings
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The Process of Learning: Insights from Buddhist Teachings
Suzanne Jeffrey information for them to know. The teacher must try to make the information relevant for the student, finding some way to make the information vital for their lives, according to the s
This text discusses the importance of relevance in teaching, the need for both teacher and student to exhibit patience and discipline, and a structured approach to inquiry in the learning process. It
Lessons from a Dharma Master
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Lessons from a Dharma Master
Thankings with a Dharma Master ourselves. This is also an important room for economy, as well, because we have to learn to cut back on our spending for clothing and accessories. The last room is the
In this insightful text, a Dharma Master emphasizes the vital role of teachers and parents in shaping children's morality and behaviors. The importance of creating supportive environments in homes and
Dhamma Book Publication Information
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Dhamma Book Publication Information
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This document outlines the publication details for a book by the Dhammakaya Foundation, including copyright information and contact details for various departments. It emphasizes that no portion of th
Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme
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Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme
Upasikaratnam (Female Lay - Follower) Ordination Programme The programme was organized to commemorate the Thai National Mother's Day and to dedicate merit to Her Majesty the Queen of Thailand on the a
The Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme, organized on Thai National Mother's Day, celebrated Her Majesty the Queen's birthday on August 12, 1998. The event attracted nearly 200,000 female participants,
Interfaith Cooperation for Lasting Peace
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Interfaith Cooperation for Lasting Peace
C O-OPERATION Interfaith Activities The world of religion today is like a flower garden made beautiful by the diversity of colour and scent. In an age when the life of those in society is becoming in
The Dhammakaya Foundation has actively participated in interfaith dialogues and forums, promoting cooperation between different religions. These engagements aim to create a united approach to spiritua
Exchange Activities of Dhammakaya Foundation and Chung-Hwa Institute
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Exchange Activities of Dhammakaya Foundation and Chung-Hwa Institute
Exchange Activities In accordance with an agreement signed between the Chung-Hwa Institute of Buddhist Studies and the Dhammakaya Foundation on 5 July 1990, monks from the Dhammakaya Foundation are ex
The Dhammakaya Foundation has been actively engaged in exchange activities since 1990, collaborating with the Chung-Hwa Institute of Buddhist Studies for prolonged studies. Notable partnerships includ
Individual Awards of Notable Bhikkhus
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Individual Awards of Notable Bhikkhus
ECOGNITION Individual Awards Phrajaibhavanavisudh (The Most Venerable Dhammalavo Bhikkhu) * 5 December 1991: promotion to the lower Royal Order title 'Phrasuddharmayanathera' with the presentation of
บทความนี้พูดถึงการยอมรับและรางวัลที่สำคัญของพระอาจารย์ เป็นการอ้างถึงความสำเร็จของพระเจ้าบวรภิญญา (พระเดชพระคุณหลวงสุวัฒน์) ซึ่งได้รับการยกย่องจากสมเด็จพระราชาแห่งประเทศไทยในวันต่างๆ รวมถึง Honorary D
The Resilient Journey of Dabbamallaputta and Rathapala
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The Resilient Journey of Dabbamallaputta and Rathapala
Dabbamallaputta escaped death twice. First when his mother suddenly passed away; under normal circumstances this would have meant death for the unborn child. However, he did not die. Second, when he e
Dabbamallaputta's life began with extraordinary survival, escaping death at birth and rising in the monastic community of Wat Jetavana due to his immense knowledge. Similarly, Rathapala, of noble birt
The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
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The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
the Raja inquired why a person might ordain, the response he was given, was as follows. When confronted with one or all of the following four circumstances, a person usually seeks refuge in the monkho
In exploring why individuals may choose to ordain as monks, four key circumstances are highlighted: old age, illness, poverty, and social rejection. These situations often drive individuals to seek re